THERIAC; THERIACA

n.

2 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
n.

An ancient composition esteemed efficacious against the effects of poison; especially, a certain compound of sixty-four drugs, prepared, pulverized, and reduced by means of honey to an electuary; -- called also theriaca Andromachi, and Venice treacle.

2.
n.

Treacle; molasses. British Pharm.